Self-Defense Online Course
This Is What Confidence Feels Like.
A self-paced online self-defense course built on the proprietary RAT Power Model: Recognize Assess Take-Action® — real skills, real confidence, for life.
★ Taught by a 5th-degree black belt
★ U.S. Marine veteran
★ Family & woman-owned
Course Overview
Foundations in Self-Defense is a self-paced online course taught by Lisa Davis, a U.S. Marine veteran, former Peace Officer, and 5th-degree black belt with over 40 years of martial arts experience. The course runs over 2 hours and covers fighting stances, striking techniques, escape moves for wrist grabs, choke holds, and shirt grabs, situational awareness, carjacking prevention, recognition of human trafficking warning signs and grooming tactics, and scenario-based self-defense practice. Built on the proprietary RAT Power Model: Recognize Assess Take-Action®️, this course is designed for all experience levels — no prior training required.
Foundations in Self-Defense Online Course
Foundations in Self-Defense Online Course
This self-paced online self-defense course walks you through striking fundamentals, escapes from real-world holds and grabs, and the awareness skills to recognize risk early and respond with confidence — through real scenario-based practice. No experience required.
After your purchase, you'll get two emails: your order confirmation, followed by your course login instructions so you can start right away.
What You'll Gain
Outcomes, Not Just Techniques
Strike With Confidence
Throw effective strikes with proper form, power, and control.
- -Jab, reverse punch, hook & uppercut
- -Build your own striking combination
- -Full combo strikes under pressure
Break Free & Get Clear
Escape grabs and holds fast enough to create real distance.
- -Wrist grab & choke hold escapes
- -Shirt grab escape
- -React instinctively with partner drills
Read a Room, Stay Ahead
Spot risk earlier so you can avoid it before it becomes a threat.
- -Elevator & stairwell safety
- -Carjacking prevention & response
- -Describing an attacker for reporting
Own Your Mindset
Apply the RAT Power Model in real scenarios, on instinct.
- -The Power Up Yell & fighting stance
- -Human trafficking & grooming awareness
- -Real-world scenario-based drills
See It In Action
Watch the Course in Action
Our Approach
The RAT Power Model: Recognize Assess Take-Action®
Our proprietary RAT Power Model: Recognize Assess Take-Action® is the structured framework used in every Power Up class, workshop, and course.
Recognize
When something feels off.
Assess
For potential danger.
Take-Action
To get to safety.
Recognize Assess Take-Action® is a registered trademark of Power Up with Lisa, LLC.
How It Works
The 5-Level Framework
Progressive levels — each builds on the last, from foundation to full confidence.
Level 1
Build Your Foundation
Power Up Yell, fighting stance, wrist grab escape, situational awareness
Level 2
Own Your Power
Jab & reverse punch, 2-handed grab escape, elevator & stairwell safety
Level 3
Sharpen Your Skills
Hook & uppercut, choke hold escape, describing an attacker
Level 4
Choose Your Response
Slap strike, shirt grab escape, carjacking scenario training
Level 5
Live Powered Up
Full combo strikes, human trafficking & grooming awareness, social safety
Included With Enrollment
Your Printable Course Workbook
A fillable, printable companion workbook for every level — track skills, journal reflections, and build the habit off-screen.
- Fillable & printable
- Skill tracking with set counters
- Guided reflection questions
Enroll Today
One Course. Lifetime Confidence.
Foundations in
Self-Defense Online Course
$99
- Five progressive levels, 2+ hours of video
- Self-paced, anytime, anywhere
- Fillable, printable PDF workbook
- Certificate of completion
- Built on the RAT Power Model
- No experience required
In the Twin Cities, MN area & want hands-on practice too? See our In-Person Class →
About Lisa Davis
A 5th-degree black belt with over 40 years of martial arts experience, a U.S. Marine veteran, and an award-winning former police officer.
Power Up with Lisa, LLC is family-owned and operated, veteran-owned, and woman-owned.
- Veteran-Owned
- Woman-Owned
- Family-Owned
- Purpose-Driven
LED BY EXPERIENCE. DRIVEN BY PURPOSE.
Redefining Self-Defense for a New Generation
Power Up® builds confident, capable people who trust their instincts. This is self-defense rooted in awareness, confidence, and intentional action - not fear.
Power Up delivers training through two channels: hands-on, in-person instruction and a structured, self-paced online curriculum - giving individuals, corporations, colleges, and universities a scalable path to building safer, more confident people.
5th-degree black belt
U.S. Marine veteran
Award-winning former police officer
Power Up with Lisa's Self-Defense Online Course
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the online self-defense course self-paced?
Yes. Lessons are short and progressive, so you build skills on your own schedule with no live attendance required.
Do I need any experience for the online self-defense course?
No experience is required. The course is built for complete beginners and lets you progress at your own pace.
How long does it take to complete the online self-defense course?
The course has 5 levels, totaling 2+ hours of video across 24 topics — from foundational skills to full-confidence, real-world scenarios.
Does the online course include a printable PDF workbook?
Yes. Every enrollment includes a fillable, printable companion workbook to track skills and journal reflections alongside each level.
What is the RAT Power Model?
RAT Power Model: Recognize Assess Take-Action® is a proprietary three-step framework — recognize when something feels off, assess for potential danger, and take action to get to safety.
Learn more about RAT Power ––>
Who teaches the online self-defense course?
Lisa Davis, a 5th-degree black belt with over 40 years of martial arts experience, a U.S. Marine veteran, and an award-winning former police officer. Learn more about Lisa on the About page.
Do I get a certificate when I finish the online course?
Yes. You'll receive a certificate of completion once you finish all 5 levels — a great way to celebrate your progress.
How much does the online course cost?
The Foundations in Self-Defense Online Course is a one-time payment of $99, with payment plan options available at checkout. That includes lifetime access and the fillable, printable PDF workbook.
What is your refund policy for the online course?
Full refund available if requested within 7 days of purchase, as long as the course hasn't been accessed. Once you start a module, the purchase is final. Email team@powerupwithlisa.com within that window with your order number to request a refund. See our full Refund Policy for details.
Start Building Confidence Today
Self-defense is the vehicle. Confidence is the outcome — and it starts with your first lesson.
Stay Safe. Stay Strong. Stay Powered Up!
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Includes a fillable, downloadable PDF workbook